
Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual vs Iris Graphics 6100

Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual
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About G3D Mark
G3D Mark is a standard benchmark that measures graphics performance in real-world gaming scenarios. It simplifies comparing cards from different brands, where higher scores directly correlate with better fps and smoother gaming experiences.
Value Upgrade Path
This is the official ChipVERSUS Value Rating, comparing raw performance (G3D Mark) per dollar. The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual is positioned at rank #444 in our cost-efficiency ranking, representing a Lower cost-benefit for your build. Components placed above yours deliver better value for money.
Avg price is the current average price collected from markets across the web.
Performance Per Dollar Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual
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Performance Comparison
About G3D Mark🏆 Chipversus Verdict
🚀 Performance Leadership
The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual is the superior choice for raw performance. It leads with a 0.2% higher G3D Mark score and 100+% more VRAM (512 MB vs 0 MB). This advantage makes it significantly better for higher resolutions (1440p/4K) and graphic-intensive titles compared to the Iris Graphics 6100.
| Insight | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Performance | ✅Leading raw performance (+0.2%) | ❌Lower raw frame rates (-0.2%) |
| Longevity | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2013 / Legacy) | 🛑Obsolete Architecture (2015 / Generation 8.0 (2014−2015)) |
| Ecosystem | Supports FSR Upscaling | Supports FSR Upscaling |
| VRAM | ✅ More VRAM (+100+%) | ❌ Less VRAM capacity |
| Efficiency | ⚡ Higher Power Consumption | 💡 Excellent Perf/Watt |
| Case Fit | — | — |
💎 Value Proposition
While current pricing data is unavailable, the Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual remains the clear technical winner. Check real-time availability to determine if the performance gap justifies the market price.
Performance Check
Real-world benchmarks and performance projections based on comprehensive hardware analysis and comparative metrics. Values represent expected performance on High/Ultra settings at 1080p, 1440p, and 4K. Modeled using a Ryzen 7 7800X3D reference profile to minimize specific CPU bottlenecks.
Note: Performance behavior can vary per game. Specific architectures may perform better or worse depending on game engine optimizations and API implementation.
Technical Specifications
Side-by-side comparison of Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual and Iris Graphics 6100

Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual
The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual is manufactured by AMD. It was released in August 1 2013. The core clock speed is 720 / 825 MHz. It has 640 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 50W. Manufactured using 28 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 901 points.

Iris Graphics 6100
The Iris Graphics 6100 is manufactured by Intel. It was released in January 5 2015. It features the Generation 8.0 architecture. The core clock ranges from 300 MHz to 1000 MHz. It has 384 shading units. The thermal design power (TDP) is 15W. Manufactured using 14 nm process technology. G3D Mark benchmark score: 899 points.
Graphics Performance
The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual scores 901 and the Iris Graphics 6100 reaches 899 in the G3D Mark benchmark — just a 0.2% difference, making them near-identical in rasterization performance. Shader units: 640 (Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual) vs 384 (Iris Graphics 6100).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| G3D Mark Score | 901 | 899 |
| Process Node | 28 nm | 14 nm |
| Shading Units | 640+67% | 384 |
Advanced Features (DLSS/FSR)
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Upscaling Tech | FSR 1.0 (Software) | FSR 1.0 (Software) |
| Frame Generation | Not Supported | Not Supported |
| Ray Reconstruction | No | No |
| Low Latency | AMD Anti-Lag | Standard |
Video Memory (VRAM)
The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual comes with 512 MB of VRAM, while the Iris Graphics 6100 has 0 MB. The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual offers 100+% more capacity, crucial for higher resolutions and texture-heavy games. Bus width: 128-bit vs System.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| VRAM Capacity | 0.5 GB | Shared System RAM |
| Memory Type | GDDR5 | Shared |
| Memory Bandwidth | Unknown | System |
| Bus Width | 128-bit | System |
Display & API Support
DirectX support: 11.2 (FL11_0) (Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual) vs 12 (11_1) (Iris Graphics 6100). OpenGL: 4.4 vs 4.6. Maximum simultaneous displays: 2 vs 3.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| DirectX | 11.2 (FL11_0) | 12 (11_1)+7% |
| OpenGL | 4.4 | 4.6+5% |
| Max Displays | 2 | 3+50% |
Media & Encoding
Hardware encoder: UVD3 (Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual) vs QuickSync (Iris Graphics 6100). Decoder: UVD3 vs QuickSync. Supported codecs: H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 (Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual) vs H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9,VC-1 (Iris Graphics 6100).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| Encoder | UVD3 | QuickSync |
| Decoder | UVD3 | QuickSync |
| Codecs | H.264,VC-1,MPEG-2 | H.264,H.265,VP8,VP9,VC-1 |
Power & Dimensions
The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual draws 50W versus the Iris Graphics 6100's 15W — a 107.7% difference. The Iris Graphics 6100 is more power-efficient. Recommended PSU: 350W (Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual) vs 1W (Iris Graphics 6100). Power connectors: 1x 6-pin vs Integrated. Typical load temperature: 70°C vs 85.
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| TDP | 50W | 15W-70% |
| Recommended PSU | 350W | 1W-100% |
| Power Connector | 1x 6-pin | Integrated |
| Length | — | 0mm |
| Height | — | 0mm |
| Slots | 0 | 0 |
| Temp (Load) | 70°C-18% | 85 |
| Perf/Watt | 18.0 | 59.9+233% |
Value Analysis
The Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual launched at $150 MSRP and currently averages $50, while the Iris Graphics 6100 launched at $0 and now averages $0. The Iris Graphics 6100 costs 100+% less ($50 savings) at current market prices. Performance per dollar (G3D Mark / price): 18.0 (Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual) vs Infinity (Iris Graphics 6100) — the Iris Graphics 6100 offers Infinity% better value. The Iris Graphics 6100 is the newer GPU (2015 vs 2013).
| Feature | Radeon HD 8550G + 7600M Dual | Iris Graphics 6100 |
|---|---|---|
| MSRP | $150 | $0-100% |
| Avg Price (30d) | $50 | $0-100% |
| Performance per Dollar | 18.0 | Infinity |
| Codename | — | Broadwell GT3 |
| Release | August 1 2013 | January 5 2015 |
| Ranking | #863 | #913 |
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